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battleram-skirmisher-fr · 1 month ago
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Begging for fanart of everluxen using their antennae prehensile-y! Let them hold thread with thier antennae!!
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adambomb82 · 11 months ago
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Life update
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rewiredthethirdblog · 5 months ago
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Holy fuck tho wasnt expecting the movie "shes the man" to be as fucking perfect and good as it was. Irresistable drama. Had to stop before the climax. Im literallly a plesure delayer at this point.
I dont think shes the man will ever get old to me. Its a must rewatch at least twice a year for me now type of film.. I kept thinking how it fucked wuth me that a girl would still loook so good as a man. It just fucked with me she pulled off everything that the movie represented lol. Makes her so attractive to me lol. The interplay too the film is legit a fever dream. Fuckin a.
Also. Its a thing early 00s films are bangers. No films after 08 are as fun and vibrant snd wise and detailed. Thsts why i stick to older films that popup onnetflix when i can.
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godslayyer69 · 6 months ago
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Posting this cause i wanna get it out of my system...and i dont know where to go....no one knows me here in tumblr so its kinda feels like a safe space to shoot my messy feelings about this....so
I kinda dont know what i look like...and sometimes i dont know peoples faces or names...thats why i dont approach people cause i have this feeling that i know you...like a snippet of memory that we HAVE interact but i...dont know your face...like I do remember some faces especially if i think your beautiful like you gave me an impact but...i DONT remember my FRIENDS FACES and we have been friends for 8yrs. I feel bad, cause when i go to memory lane i can only remember 1 face and that is my secret crush face...but when i go to her social media...its different...like i put more or less details pn what i remember about her...like...oh shit she doesnt have a mole...or oh shit her eyebrows and that thick and...I FEEL BAD! I feel bad that i dont even remember the face of my crush!
When i met my friends and they call my name i am startled by their faces...like OH this is what they look like and i stumble on memory lane to confirm but STIll i miss a fee details...it weird how whenever i remember my friends face i remember our interacts...i cant EXACTLY remember their faces in a accurate way...AND WE JUST HANG OUT A FEE MINUTES AGO AND I STILL FORGOT WHAT THEY LOOK LIKE!
*sigh* i cant remember my old best friends face in junior high...did you really have buck teeth? Did you really have a buzz cut? Are your ears big? I am sorry i cant remember you...or the things that we said...or our interactions....i am scared...its like i am losing memories...but i do remember that i love you and that i have fun to be with you and that we bond over hatred to others and imaging burning doen the school.
I hate how i try to remember other peoples faces and...all i get is NOTHING...that or i miss small details....i hate it. It feels like a disserve to the people that i love...thats why its great that some of my friends and family have a profile pics cause i can confirm that thats what they look like...that even though my memory has failed me with the small details your profile pic kinda gives me a new memory on what you like...like a new picture to save in my head to remember over snd and over again, their pictures on social media helps me to put a safe inside my head labeled: "THIS IS THEIR FACE! I SHOULD BE REMINDED OF IT! DO NOT FORGET!" But...i still forget cause...when we meet in person...i sometimes double check if it was you. I double check on my cellphone...the images that i saved if it was really you and OH FUCK! I feel so terrible. I feel like a horrible friend and daughter cause what i kind of friends doesn't remember your face? What kind of daughter am i to not remember my mother's face? I am horrible...thats why when you hug i feel awkward and uncomfortable...cause i dont know you...i dont remember your face and yet you greet me so warmly and THANK GOD! FOR HEIGHTS AND VOICES! I remember that we used to tease you for being too short snd having a baby face...your voice to high and figure so small we tease you on being an elementary student instead of senior high cause you never seem to grow...i remember your curly hair cause you keep on complaining on cutting it because of the heat and tanglement...i remember your buz ct cause i rember feeling the palm of my hand against your hair...i remember your tsll height cause we tease you on being an athleat but not good at basket ball despite your God given height...i remember yoir deep voice cause we tease you growing up too quickly in junior high...i remember your lipstick cause you sed you always love the shade of velvet...i remember your backpack csuse you always have the same keychain...I remeber all of this BUT I CANT SEEM TO REMEMBER YOUR FACE! I am sorry, it feels like i am doing a disservice to you...i am supposed to be your friend...your daughter...and i cant remember your face....i remeber that you said you like my drawing and said that i should draw you and yet i do a double take to see the details of your face and ASK for a picture...how could i NOT remember your face when were hanging out RIGHT NOW! I hate that about myself...but i also hate how i dont remember my own face.
I remember that i have a unibrow cause i keep on shaving it. I remember i have big lips cause i put lipstick on it...i remeber that i have a round face cause people say i look good in a bob cut and STILL I DONT REMEMBER MY OWN FACE!
I rember some details but once i assemble them i forget how the peices work and i ultimately got my self clueless on what i look like...thats why i do a double take when i see myself in the reflection...store windows..car mirrors...and even taking a quick selfie i often do a double take if its really me on the picture or reflection. Nobody seems to notice my confusion and distress whenever i look at the mirror. This NOT RECOGNIZING OTHER PEOPLE AND EVEN MYSELF THING has been going on a long time and i have no one to talk to...i feel so alone in this phenomena that i dont even know the name of it...i am scared its like i am going crazy...and its heartbreaking to know that i have to do a double take on you and myself to make sure that what i am seeing is really friend and myself...i hate it! Nobody does this...just me.
Even drawing is hard...i rember i draw Natsu and Eren for a week and when i was bored in the classroom i try to draw them but...the drawing frlt wring and unnatural and ultimately i stop at the midle of it cause it looks like a different character...thats why i dont draw without a reference...i keep forgeting or adding small details and I HATE IT! I drae them for a week and i still dont remeber them...its unfair. Why am i like this?
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miraculouscontent · 4 years ago
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(Shanghai-related asks)
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Anonymous said:
Did you see how, supposedly, the reason Marinette goes to Shanghai is bc Adrien is there. Because you know, that's a totally normal thing to do.
You know, there’s this suspension of disbelief where characters are allowed to do certain things that you’re like, “okay that’s not realistic but it’s fun so I don’t mind.”
Yeah, this is not fun.
Anonymous said:
Based on the new trailer for the Shanghai special, one of my biggest fears is that we won't see Marinette interacting with Sabine's family outside of Uncle Wang, even Sabine is nowhere to be seen in the trailer, please ZAG at least give us one of Sabine's parents, we're starving
I’m still rolling my eyes that there’s not one piece of dialog with Sabine talking about stuff related to her family, though her cheongsam is also flipped so--
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Synopsis for the Shanghai Special: To join Adrien in Shanghai, Marinette is going to visit her uncle Wang who is celebrating his anniversary. But, as soon as she arrives in China, her purse gets stolen with Tikki inside, whom she needs to secretly transform into Ladybug! Without money and alone in the immense city, Marinette accepts the help of a young and resourceful girl, Fei. The two girls will ally and discover the existence of a new magical jewel, the Prodigious. Hawk Moth, also also present in Shanghai, seeks to finding it since a long time... Yea, cause Marinette still hasn’t suffered enough :p
mAriNEtTe mAkeS a mIsTakE iN eVeRY sToRY
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As someone of Chinese descent, I felt extremely bothered by how miniscule the boy's , the one on the right (?) taking a picture with Adrien, eyes were when I saw the Shanghai trailer. It feels extremely... stereotypical? Not sure if that's the right word. I mean, he could just be squinting, but it still bothers me. Especially if that's their normal eye shape.
I heard similar complaints when Kagami arrived. They really stress the eye shape when it comes to someone full-on Asian (and if you’re half-Asian then you get wholly round eyes which makes no sense). It also gets weird because I feel like we have characters in the show who could pass for Asian (Mireille at least has the proper eye shape without it being over-exaggerated; I don’t remember if her skin tone is correct or not), but when characters are actually Asian, it’s usually taken to the exaggeration.
My sympathy goes out to everyone of Chinese descent who’s going to have to deal with the special. I’m literally a mish-mash of whiteness (American, French, and German) but even I know it must suck.
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im tempted to watch the Shanghi special with my family, we're part chinese and have been to shanghi a few times. Then we can laugh and yell at it together, no need for show context
omg
As long as you have fun! Give it a good roast for me!
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Excuse my french (pun intended) but
WHAT EVER LOVING HELL HAPPEN TO THE SPECIAL!!
Marketing.
Also the writers wanting to make sure you don’t forget that Adrien is a guy who exists.
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Hi, Clarity! If you don't mind me asking, do you have any thoughts on the upcoming Shanghai special based on the information and trailers we have?
When I found out that Marinette was spending time with her great-uncle Wang, I was so excited. I was hoping that this special will be a breath of fresh air and spontaneously focus just on Marinette and her family for once. Maybe we'd explore Marinette's Chinese heritiage and learn more about her mother, Sabine and extended maternal family.
Then I saw Gabriel in which I eye-rolled 180* like any degree of character development. Like... great... more needless Miraculous lore/exposition. (Can we even call it exposition? I doubt any of the Miraculous-related events will be referenced within the show.) Whilst Miraculous lore is great and does expand our knowledge on the Miraculous, it steals any individual focus that Marinette could potentially have. It also tends to "hands everything" to Hawk Moth, who gets almost everything done his way without him even trying. Hmm, I guess as Shadow Moth, he won't have to use Mayura as his catslyst anymore. He'll have to ruffle his own feathers. (I don't know why I'm making a bird joke about Gabriel here. I hate him snd I couldn't care less about him.)
Also by reading the special's synopsis, it mentions that Adrien and Gabriel go to China for an unknown reason (maybe business related.) So Marinette decides to go to spend time with him (also spend time with Wang concurrently.) This might be a minor issue but I don't want Adrien to always be the centre focus of Marinette's motivations/desires. (He isn't always but I feel he is more than he should be.) Let our beautiful amazing girl just have an amazing time with her family in China. The writers need to stop Adrien being an integral part of Marinette's character. This special should be about Marinette (along with her family) and them solely.
Moreover, I'm worried that Marinette will imminently be embarassed/scolded/humiliated in some way. The synopsis mentions that she loses her bag (that contains Tikki.) Inevitably, she's going to be scolded for this for not being careful. The writers will blame her for the destruction that Hawk Moth will cause and not the actual man terrorising Shanghai himself. And no needless lovesquare drama please. If I'm not interested in it in Paris, don't think I'll be interested in it in Shanghai. And please do not let it be used to cause Mari/LB to suffer. Romance (no matter how contrived it is in this show) should be about finding joy and happiness. It should never intentionally be a burden for anybody, especially if it's for comedic purposes. Why am I worried that CN will yell at LB this time?
Maybe I'm just being pessimistic. I hope that the writers actually have them communicate properly about this time. Like they should both be honest (an important aspect of healthy relationships), to build clarity and to avoid confusion. Like the needless drama in NY could have been avoided if Adrien didn't ignore Ladybug and actually TRUSTED her by telling her the truth about him going somewhere instead of complacently lying to her, then losing her trust. Both could have told each other that they are going to NY "for personal reasons" without giving too much detail. To prevent suspicion, the writers could have included the American superheroes hosting an event inviting them or asking for their help to defeat that Micromonster guy. LB and CN could have both then collectively made a decision that if anything were to go wrong in Paris, they could quickly use the Horse Miraculous to transport to France in time (like Marinette was advised to do in "Startrain") or use the Rabbit Miraculous to travel back in time/manipulate events. There was no need to make Marinette suffer for the sake of needless lovesquare drama.
However, I love the animation for the special. It is mesmerising and beauitful and the graphics look superb. The atmosphere looks so clean and the nature-aspects (Hawk Moth's hideout) are intricately detailed. The lighting also complements the charactrrs and the settings' colours. A huge round of applause to SAMG for their excellant hardwork for animating this special despite the pandemic!
If you have any worries about the special, free free to do so! I want to conclude my message by thanking you so much for being such a lovely, kind, confident and resilient person. You always confidently express your opinions and strcture your essays clearly and legibly. I always look forward to reading your posts. I know I can always count on you to express our frustrations with the show's writing on our behalf and speak up for Marinette's mistreatment and inustice! 😊
Firstly, thank you! I gotta defend Marinette because we know the show won’t!
Anyway, I agree with basically everything you said. My biggest comments on it are like--
- I’m already tired of places just being used as set pieces for specials. I actually have a history of disliking specials/movies for shows because its purposes is usually just to get people hyped up, but that means big plots with big stakes and I end up thinking, “okay, but why can’t we have that in the show?” That’s always the issue I take with it; movies/specials prove that they can come up with high stakes plots, but we can’t have equivalents in the show because...?
- I officially tune out now anytime Marinette’s crush on Adrien is mentioned. It gets tiring and it just makes me feel bad for her and simultaneously angry at the writers for treating her this way. Add that onto the “Marinette always makes mistakes” rule and it’s clear that they’re creatively bankrupt and needlessly restrict themselves for the sake of making Marinette suffer. I’m just insulted that Gabriel is going to Shanghai for his fashion business but Marinette being into fashion is ignored.
- The animation is nice but whenever I see it, I’m reminded that we couldn’t have much SAMG in Season 4+5 because they were busy working on the special. The show should always take priority over some lame special/movies. I won’t judge the special for it but I’m salty about it regardless.
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ixqritsu · 4 years ago
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Hi hi hi! I love your hc's soooo much (I literally died at the logs fic, I-) Anyway, can I have Ritsu and Hiyori with an insecure reader please? Thanks!
HELP ritsu being requested for the third time in a row…. yall love ur vampire twink dont u… KIDDING HE’S REALLY FUN TO WRITE FOR <333 also i apologize for the inactivity!! i’ll try to stay on top of things better :’)
ritsu
ritsu would try his absolute best to comfort you, despite not being very experienced
even if he doesn’t exactly understand what’s wrong or why you feel the way you do
i’d imagine him realizing something was wrong if he saw you sulking and generally keeping to yourself more
he wouldn’t say anything at first but he would make an effort to be around you more
it’s his way of letting you know he’s there for you, and that he won’t be leaving your side anytime soon
he cares a lot about you, even if it doesn't seem like it at times
ritsu is such a great listener
he could listen to you talk or vent about something that’s been bothering you for hours
sometimes it seems like he isn’t paying attention, but he cares deeply about things that trouble you
he would sit at your side and listen to you rant and get it all out
then he’d scoot closer to you and cup your face in his hands
he likes pushing your cheeks up with his palms :’)
he thinks its so cute when your lips curl down into a pout and the sides of your face puff into the center
his face would be a little more serious than usual and he would have the smallest smile on his face
he’d just hold your face and just look you in the eye while endlessly reassuring you
ritsu is stupid good at finding the right words to say
like it’s kinda scary how he knows exactly what you needed to hear
he’d never lie to you, and you know everything he says is genuine
he hates seeing you doubt yourself with anything
he’d be really hurt to know you think lowly of yourself since he adores everything you do 
he doesn't want you to ever feel this way about yourself, especially when he can do something about it
hiyori
he’s so cute i imagine him going out of his way to make you feel better when he gets the slightest feeling that you feel shitty
he would be so extra and dramatic
hiyori’s a pretty good listener as well— he misses a few details here and there but he tries his best to understand how you feel
while you rant about yourself he’d just sit there watching you with concerned eyes
he would be so upset that you don’t think you’re as amazing as he knows you are
hiyori wouldn’t know exactly what to say at all time but he would be stubborn about cheering you up
like it would be such stupid back and forth banter between you two 
he’d try to convince you that he was being completely genuine and truthful
the conversation would be so stupid that it would just end up with you laughing instead of feeling upset
“you’re amazing and worthy of love”
“but what if-”
“no i’ve decided for us already you don’t get a say in this”
“i’m just saying-”
“nope”
“but-”
“absolutely not”
he’s so fucking stubborn about making you feel better
you’re amazing to him, and he wants to make it clear that his perception of you isn’t changing any time soon
he wants you to know exactly how much he loves you, and he wants to make sure you feel as loved as you are
snd requests here!
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seostudios · 4 years ago
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yuta sfw a-z
alrighty lets gettittt
A = Affection (How affectionate are they? How do they show affection?)
yuta is naturally a very affectionate person so id say on a slace from 1-10 itd be 14. whenever your around he has to touch you whether he was playing with your hair, hand around your waist or hugging you
B = Best friend (What would they be like as a best friend? How would the friendship start?)
the friendship would most likely start off with common interests in people, games and music. its such a relaxing friendship— you could try your hardest at getting the boy mad and he’ll smile at you. to describe it in three words; pure, free, thrilling
C = Cuddles (Do they like to cuddle? How would they cuddle?)
TBH yuta does strike me as a cuddler but when you two are finally asleep he’d separate himself to a side of the bed cuddling into himself or sprawled out
D = Domestic (Do they want to settle down? How are they at cooking and cleaning?)
um i think the tenth floor stories can give you this answer but overall he knows how to keep himself fresh
E = Ending (If they had to break up with their partner, how would they do it?)
over the phone. he couldn’t bare doing it in person, itd be a brief paragraph explaining why and answering your questions before you even ask. youd be blocked on all social media playforms before you have a chance to fight back
F = Fiance(e) (How do they feel about commitment? How quick would they want to get married?)
mmmm im pretty sure commitment isnt an issue becyase he looks like a guy who can hold a serious relationship but when it comes to marriage he wants to be sure ...so 2-3 years of dating before marriage seems realistic
G = Gentle (How gentle are they, both physically and emotionally?)
depending on your moods; if you guys are being playful he knows his limits and will hesitate every now and then but it is simple roughhousing. but in a more softer mood he’d treat you like fragile mess
H = Hugs (Do they like hugs? How often do they do it? What are their hugs like?)
yes yes yes ANY form of hug yuta loves he adores backhugs especially though always wanting one and taking the chance when its open
I = I love you (How fast do they say the L-word?)
8 months. eight months is the time where most relationships are like shit this is actually real so hed come to that realization that yiur both looking for something serious and plop it
J = Jealousy (How jealous do they get? What do they do when they’re jealous?)
very veryy often, he’s heavily possessive over you snd gets hella jealous when he sees someones close to you that hes not familiar with and if you two get alone and hes THAT jealous then maybe some calming down and cuddles would do the trick or angry sex
K = Kisses (What are their kisses like? Where do they like to kiss you? Where do they like to be kissed?)
either soft and delicate or rough and sloppy. kissing you under your ear, it can be used in every situation if you know what i mean, he could use it to tease you or to show you how much he cherishes you. but he loves neck kisses... when you nibble on the right spot you swore you coule hear hus groan turn into a soft moan
L = Little ones (How are they around children?)
the best. i don’t even think i need to tell you but hes such a good dad, uncle, friend like its his persona which makes him amazing to be around children he’s the perfect mix of fun and strict
M = Morning (How are mornings spent with them?)
on these rare occasions you’ll be awoken by his head in your neck kissing your shoulder blade and drawing shapes on your hip
N = Night (How are nights spent with them?)
o_o i mean.....other than that he’s probably gonna be in the living room with you watching a movie or a show you two decided to start together
O = Open (When would they start revealing things about themselves? Do they say everything all at once or wait a while to reveal things slowly?)
he’d throw himself at you all at once when he’s comfortable with you and if you can’t handle it- its��� on you
P = Patience (How easily angered are they?)
he’s very calm, always one step ahead never too relaxed though always takjng in your words, thoughts, wishes wondering what he could do to make it better without putting himself ina place to feel defeat because it annoys him too
Q = Quizzes (How much would they remember about you? Do they remember every little detail you mention in passing, or do they kind of forget everything?)
he remembers everything, from the number pf freckles to your favourite movie
R = Remember (What is their favorite moment in your relationship?)
yuta loves celebrating halloween with you, dressing up and having the night to yourselves mmmmm
S = Security (How protective are they? How would they protect you? How would they like to be protected?)
i wouldnt say protect 24/7 but if he sees you i a position where he had to then he would and i dont think he’ll need protection just reassurance
T = Try (How much effort would they put into dates, anniversaries, gifts, everyday tasks?)
dtaes r lazy with zero effort but anniversaries are special like he works his ass off on them snd random gifts r thoughtful but sloppy b everyday tasks r just yoyoyoyoto
U = Ugly (What would be some bad habits of theirs?)
a bad habit would be jealousy at small things
V = Vanity (How concerned are they with their looks?)
not rly he’s hot
W = Whole (Would they feel incomplete without you?)
yes
X = Xtra (A random headcanon for them.)
mafia
Y = Yuck (What are some things they wouldn’t like, either in general or in a partner?)
a partner who is lazy n boring
Z = Zzz (What is a sleep habits of theirs?)
playing with your hair or having you rub his stomach
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versadies · 3 years ago
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For the ask game!
Overall, I get Yoimiya vibes from you!
Do note that I just really based this on your Ask responses, but I'm very happy to share my thoughts on the vibes you give off! :D I'm quite the new secret anon of yours, and I wanna tell you how nice I feel about your blog, writings and you yourself! :D
Why Yoimiya?
Very energetic, fun, can be talkative, can pull a few jokes here and there, but in the end is a very genuine person who also cares about people! A very kind heart! A great conversationalist for me. Additionally, I would say it is also because even in troubled times, she would still smile snd encourage everyone to not give up and keep the hope sparking!
But that doesn't just end with Yoimiya— there's more ;)
Xingqiu, because even if you might always act like a very lively person and informal one, you could also pull off a polite and elegant response. I would also say Xingqiu, simply because your writing is really admirable. It might seem long, but it's worth-it because it's packed and you feel like wanting more of it. + Your pretty but simple layout.
Hu Tao, simply because of the occasional jokes hehe. Nothing more.
Xiangling, because when you talk about your passions or interests, you get very fired up!
Last but not the least....
Thoma, I would say that Thoma can be an ass sometimes and I'd relate it to your lighthearted joking. Thoma is also a very sweet person who will hype you up, and I get those vibes from you.
the woman was too stunned to speak 🧍‍♀️🧍‍♀️🧍‍♀️
jokes aside, i love how you answered this in great detail - i was literally astounded while reading the whole thing (its a good thing dw !!)👩‍🦯👩‍🦯👩‍🦯 not to mention the fact that i kin almost all of these characters 🤩🤩🤩 im rlly flattered that you answered this based on how i interact with people and im glad that i give you good vibes overall <333
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lovewoodvn · 3 years ago
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Ooo alright ! (Sorry this gets kinda long, I rambled a bit and I wrote this p early-)
i loved all the characters they all just, *pop* in their own ways and thay makes them all too loveable to pick just one-
I loved Nord and Atlas' relationship and their interactions, it was really adorable (and i knew right off the bat they were dating so that was a really funny moment of 'aha!' for me)
and the second time you interact with them and the trolls story? I really enjoyed that, i liked the drama and the tiny details like depending on what you did affecting how well you can heal afterwards !
also the communication and the development with Nord is just ! so good !!
I really related to him a bit so seeing him finally stand up for himself at the end was just so nice to see :)
And Atlas is just, him ! He's very friendly and strong, giving off a protective and safe vibe that I really enjoyed :)
i don't have the words to describe him but definitely love him as well !
Moth is the fun one because at first, I didn't like him (which is funny since i adored his personality at the same time-)
I don't know exactly what id was, maybe his overall sass, or his dramatics but eventually I warmed up to him along the way
Then I played his route and and *whoa*. If I hadn't come to like him before, I did then!
The adventure was and the clues were already amazing, then the vibes you get when somethings wrong (and it was) and then the house sinking ? it was all amazing, and by the end of it with him giving us a pen, i had to put my phone down for a second-
and then the end end with the date night (which i love the detail that he's the only one that says no unless you interact with him, that was very cool!) where he talks about putting on a mask and being vulnerable, was just !!
Blossom was one of my favorites, but again I can't express why-
She's just a strong and independent POC! And she takes care of animals and she can knit 🥺 (which is one of my favorite hobbies)
Aleth holds a spot right beside Blossom too as a fellow Enby :)!
Also they're route just made me soft in general, especially at the end with the truth potion (and at the beginning with the miscommunication with Kaileen and Aleth) they just have my whole heart
And them and their family meeting up was just a little detail but it was so adorable!
as well as them not letting their curse change how they live their life, learning to express things without words ! just, them ❤
Kaileen was a Major Favorite though, since I probably related to her the most on the outside
She's hyper, loves to ramble on things she loves, snd is a plant lover ! (though i can't grow plants to save my life-)
I just love her in general, from her design to her personality, to how she interacts,
She's just, so cool ! And i personally strive to look as snazzy as she does one day as a bonus !
I know I've talked alot here but theres alot more about the game i liked such as
-The Ghost Hunt Scene (Love the mythology input, i was so excited when i guessed thats what it was!)
-The End Credits (Including the No Date one, that was so adorable!)
-The King after the Trolls thing (Really left me in suspense, though I think we all know what happened-)
-The Campfire Story changing based on the events (which is something that is expected i think but its still really cool !)
-MC dabbing during the dance and the memes throughout the game (just, yes)
and way more !
Sorry for the big big ramble but yeah ! I really love this game and I can't express how happy I am that I got to play it :D !!
Awwww THANK YOU for the big ramble!! This makes me so happy TuT
What's funny is that many of these observations match my own experience while writing. Nord and Atlas were characters that have been with me for ten years, so the foundation for a very personal story was already there.
I really fell in love with Moth during the writing process because he's a bit of a hidden gem - He comes across as materialistic and posh at first glace, but if you spend more time with him, he gets a lot deeper than that. A good boy <3
I could go into depth about each one, but I also want to save some trivia for the artbook that I might release sometime soon. There's a lot of it XD
Also, about the rejection sequences! It's actually possible to get rejected by every character when you ask for a date, and in multiple ways too, depending on how you acted. One is to not hang out with them after the prologue (they don't know you well enough), another would be if you picked a very hurtful choice during an interaction, and so on. Is it worth it to explore the rejection scenes? It depends. Some of them give a neat bit of extra characterization, others are just functional, but it's certainly not necessary unless you feel like it.
(And you recognized the memes!! WOOHOO)
Now I gotta stop myself from rambling too XD Thank you so much for sharing your feedback!! It really made my day <3
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manjuhitorie · 4 years ago
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HITORI-ESCAPE 2020 : Hitorie’s Free Concert Live Stream - December 7th 2020
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In celebration of their newest single, curved edge, Hitorie streamed a full length concert! Setlist: Polaris Senseless Wonder Namid[A]me Garandou Mae Zero Banchi SLEEPWALK Loveless Gekijougai Talkie Dance Unknown Mother Goose Karanowaremono Ao curved edge In it they announced the release of a new album! Named... REAMP! Febuary 17th can’t come soon enough!!! It will even include songs written by not only Shinoda, but Yumao and ygarshy each as well! Concert report below:
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Initial Impressions: * SND’s shirt has Andy Warhol’s Marilyn Monroe printed on it. * He has a stageprompter to assist with lyrics as well. He struggles to hit the high notes but he nails the high octane power chords. wowaka used to wing when his would sing, so he would slip on his lyrics, and make silly faces, every other song live. I see SND is playing it safe, now that he’s the one in charge of the crazy lyrics!!! Prelude leading into... Polaris *SND gets riled up and turned thhe「誰も知らぬ明日へ行け 誰も止められやしないよ」lyric into a rowdy 「止められやしねえよ」 . Equivalent to “No one can stop us” being turned into “No once can fucking stop us” or so. Shinoda “We’re Hitorie, enjoy the show.” (This ‘Hitorie desu, yoroshiku douzo’ was always wowaka’s stock concert phase.) Senseless Wonder *”Woo-hoo”’s or unintelligible noises made in the riff music breaks. *Yumao sings the backup vocals.  *SND wiggles his foot on his Wah pedal to make the wonky sounds.
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Shinoda “This marks the beginning of Hitori-Escape. We are called Hitorie. Everyone please stick with us.“Heavy breathing “Hold up. I jumping around too much right off the bat.. I jumped around too much... All I did was hip and hop around a little bit... Haah. I’m gonna drink some water, drink some water!” SND walks over to the amp where bottles lie atop then proceeds to take a big sip. Yumao also follows along with a drink. Yu and SND can be seen conversing, but only SND’s “You got that right.” can be heard. SND returns to the mic “Take a gander, everyone. Even Yumao-kun is already sweating as well. This sparkly sweat of ours.. We will try to deliver you guys our sweat at the highest quality we can offer, deliver it as much as possible.” While SND is talking Yumao makes signs, such as 2 fingers up, towards the staff. “Well then, let’s chug along. Enjoy the show everyone.” Namid[A]me *There’s bubble popping sound effects in the intro now! Yumao is in charge of this, see his MacBook + mixer (+ a handy setlist printout) setup on the table beside him. All with a music program open primed and ready... Right before the song you can even see Yumao click his computer as well! 
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* Yumao sings backup vocals, the whole chorus has his deep voice echoing. The small amount of notes are so concise and moody live... * SND tops the outro off with a “Wasshoi!” Garandou Mae Zero Banchi * Melodramatic piano bit added before the intro. I wonder where this was sampled from... It sounds like SND uses his stereo chorus pedal for his part as well. Shinoda “Thank you.”
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Shinoda “Uhm.. At the end of our previous live stream I had said ‘Next time we meet will be at the concert hall.’. Sorry, that was a lie... We’re meeting at a live stream yet again. We’re Hitorie, enjoy the show.” Yumao taps his cymbals gently to create the classic concert mood starter sound. SND “That, that’s good! That’s the stuff! That’s the stuff. Without that stuff I feel the silence responding to me.” He motions at the empty auditorium. “That stuff’s nice, nice. I guess ‘cause, y’know. ‘Cause you two have already been y’know. Performing in front of people.” Yumao, hits his cymbal, cue a “Bwaa~n” sound. SND “You can fool me with that shit. No ‘Bwaa~n’ will work on me. You had 2 whole opportunities in a row, yesterday and the day before.” (Referring to Yumao’s appearance in Touyama Nao’s anniversary concerts.) Yumao hits his cymbal yet again, cue a “Shwaaan” noise. SND scoffs “What a kind and swe~et reaction.” SND “I’m the only one. The only one here who hasn’t stood up in front of people. My only upcoming chance will be at ‘Countdown Japan’, at the end of the year. Then in January I’ll be doing our limited fan club concert at Shibuya WWX. Back to back. What the hell is up with this year? What the hell, huh? Huh!!!” SND playfully pounces in Yumao’s direction. Yumao hits his cymbal again. “You’re saving my butt with that. Thanks, truly. Alright. From here on I’m to bring you a few songs without a guitar, only a mic in my hands.” Yumao “1, 2, 3, 4” SLEEPWALK * SND gets on his knees and wiggles to walk on the floor during music breaks, is he imitating a sleepwalker.. * Ygarshy presses a pedal right after every song ends, presumably his tuner, to mute and prevent static. He strums and slaps with his fingers, no pick, for every song. SND “2020 is slowly nearing its end, but, what’s everyone’s opinion on love?” Loveless *BONK 
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* Includes Shinoda flopping around on the floor, squatting like a yakuza, and an outro with SND and yg having a mini string instrument battle! They huddle together! Yumao pounds away! Gekijougai * Additional nebulous intro.  * Yumao is really worked to the bone in this banger! Featuring yet another more intense battle between yg and SND. SND “Alrighty! Ah. Where are y’all now? Where are y’all right now? It doesn’t matter where you are, just dance along to Talkie Dance!” Talkie Dance * During the riff breaks SND chants  Soi! Yoisa! Soi! Hoisa!” Like wasshoi, these are traditional shouts primarily used by O-mikoshi carriers in JP festivals! SND really seems to enjoy using old-fashioned words in a stylish way. SND “Upon this ending year, this one is with love from wowaka!” Unknown Mother Goose “Sing along with me!” * Per usual, Yumao and ygarshy both pitch in for the ‘Oh oh oh’ harmonies. “Sing, please!” * The background vocals in the Unknown Mother Goose are also confirmed by the man himself to be “Give me love”. He had responded to someone with “Oh! You’re sharp!” when asked about it!
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“Are y’all having fun? Me, I can’t stop sweating. Help me. I can’t stop sweaaating.” SND changes to a high tone voice, “Ah~ This is awesomeee. Methinks this is awesome but, but I gotta say, I’m the only one here who hasn’t had a chance to perform in front of people, no kap.” He returns to his normal tone. “I hold a grudge. I’m always the only one being fucking left outtt. I can't let go of my grudge.
At least look me in the eyes, guys. Ah, whatever. On New Year's Eve I’m gonna appear in Countdown Japan, I’m gonna! ...What does it feel like anyway, performing in front of people? What does it feel like, may I ask you fine young gentleman?” SND’s voice turns to demonic. “Oiiii. Don’t just fucking nod at me. Don’t make up some new common language. You’re over there using no words, bitch.” His voice returns to normal. “Well, whatever. Enough of that. It’s no use staying jealous forever.” Yumao taps his cymbals... “Don’t just fucking ‘clang clang’ either!” Yumao laughs. “You laughed, you laughed! You laugh: you lose, you!”, they all smile. “Uhm... On December 31st, New Year's Eve, we’ll be at Countdown Japan. Please come if you can, hope to see you there. Now then! Next year, I’m talking about next year, it will be the 7th year anniversary of our major debut. In celebration, and to kick off the new year, we have booked Roppongi’s EX Theater for two days, January 21st and 22nd,. This is all I can say for now. Details will be announced later. ...Now let me drink some water.” ygarshy is all done tuning and at attention. Yumao keeps making cymbal sounds to fill the empty space. “I... Today, here, is uhm, Yokohama’s Bay Hall. It’s the place where ‘Swallowtail’ was filmed. When we arrived this afternoon I saw the windows and practically screamed. It’s Yen Town Band! It’s where Glico sang ‘My Way’! I alone was freaking out. Noone was on board with me.. I’m all alone, yet again.... The camera zooms in on Yumao, “Don’t just smile! Don't just smile at me With that said. Our 7th anniversary hits next year! So, here is our very first song, which represents our beginning....” Karanowaremono Ao * Many emotional spotlights.
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SND “At long last, this time has come. Huh! Mister Yumao-san!” SND glares at him. “Perhaps I may revel in a sip of water as well. A sip of water!! ... By the way what time is it? Yumao, in reporter voice “It is currently eight thirty seven.” SND “I see, it’s eight thirty seven. That's crazy. So today, our new song released, as you folks may know. Our new song called curved edge was released. Did you give it a listen? If you haven’t then please do, but also, the music video for the song will be public today at 22 o’ clock, please enjoy it. That’s the immediate future. But let’s talk about the faaar future.... On February 17th will a new album be released. We made an album. curved edge is a song written by me, and naturally it will be included in the album as well but, that’s not all.” He wags his finger towards the others, “This wiggly windy head of brown-colored hair and, this other wiggly windy head of black-colored hair have even each written a song for it as well. The title is R-E-A-M-P, REAMP. To be released on February 17th. Keep your eyes peeled.” he tapped his temple as he said this, “Please!” Ygarshy bows. “Ahhh, we made it!” Shinoda starts coughing, “Excuse me. Coughing without covering my mouth is not good. I'll be careful. Ah, I’m so nervous. I’ve grown nervous this far in. Alright, this next one will be the final song. Thank you so much for bearing with us. We are Hitorie. As farewell, here is our new song. curved edge.
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I have also written up the original Japanese quotes! Thank you Tamagotoji for the huge help! ORZ For those looking to follow along with the concert, or learn new words from them, or enjoy!! Please enjoy! 
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Bonus tech lore
Disclaimer: Only old photos exist of their pedalboards exist, as the cameramen did a fine job of concealing them. Since there’s no new evidence of change, I’ll assume these old findings will serve as foundation for their current setups as well!
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solarcali · 4 years ago
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Just found out about your blog and instantly fell in love with how detailed your readings are! Would it be possible for you to tell me who I'm most compatible with in The Boyz and BTS? I'll leave my chart below. Thanks in advance! 💗
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Hi!!! 🌻🌼🌺🌸
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In The Boyz, I ship you with Juyeon!
His Sun and Venus in Capricorn are conjunct your 7th house lord Mars. The 7th house and its ruler points to the ideal partner, the type of energy that complements you best. So you need someone with whom you can have a strong physical compatibility, a passionate relationship, you need a go-getter but someone who is of a mature and calm nature too, which with all that Capricorn he is. The Mars-Venus conjunction that you have in itself is very hot, it is one of the best aspect to have in synastry for physical chemistry, maybe the best. 😊 You would also motivate and inspire each other. Because it falls your 4th house, you two could create a beautiful home together, there would be a lot of focus on family life and your relationship would be very cozy, intimate and private.
Capricorn snd Scorpio also go well together in general, they both have a bit of a melancholic side to them, they both have depth. He would be more grounded and rational, making you feel safe, and he would value your depth and loyalty.
You also have your Sun in the 2nd house, ruled by Venus and Taurus, an earth sign, he has his Sun conjunct Venus in Capricorn, an earth sign too. So you both have that loving, venusian and earthy quality, you both need comfort and peace. You could also both enjoy things of a Venusian nature like cooking or nature. You are also both relationship-oriented and romantic, especially with his Leo and your Libra placements.
Your Libra Venus matches the energy of his Aquarius Mars, another great Mars-Venus aspect to have. He also brings the energy of his Mars to your chart ruler Venus (as you are a Libra Ascendant, ruled by Venus), which is what you need as your Aries 7th house is ruled by Mars, so you are looking for that Mars contact in synastry. This contact indicates here agsin a very good physical compatibility.
Your Venus is in the 12th house and Juyeon has his own Venus conjunct Neptune. Neptune rules the 12th house. So you have a similar vision of love, even though your Venus are in square signs. You both need that fairy tale kind of love, a spiritual connection with the partner, something really deep, non-judgemental and unconditional. It also means that you are his type, because your Venus is conjunct your Ascendant and it rules your chart. It shows how you look, how you approach the world. Venus in his chart shows what he finds beautiful and makes his heart flutter. So he would be attracted to that Neptunian/12th house side of you, your mystery and kindness.
You have a Sagittarius Moon trining his Leo Moon. The Moon is very important, it shows your deepest needs, it is also linked to the body, what we like to eat, our habits...etc. So you would both have a very harmonious life if you were to live together. Both Leo and Sagittarius are fire signs so they understand each other well. You both need activities, passion, laughter, movements. You are both enthusiastic, fun-loving and proud. 😊
His Mars and Jupiter fall in your 5th house which is great because the 5th house, of fun, romance, pleasures and creativity, is the Leo house. So this contact would nourrish his Leo Moon. It goes well with your Sagittarius Moon as Aquarius and Sagittarius are both intelligent, open-minded snd adventurous energies.
His Moon is with your North Node in Leo. That conjunction is one of the most binding contact. As the North Node, you would be strongly drawn to him, you would like the way he cares, and he would want to fulfill your needs. The emotional attachment would be strong. The North Node points to where you are headed in a way, it can be a bit of an obsessive energy, 😅 and it is a very magnetic placement in your chart. The Moon is the intimate part of him so you would be intimately, kinda obsessively attracted to each other!😊
His Aries Saturn, your Sagittarius Moon and his Leo Moon, all create a grand fire trine, all fire signs are represented in the synastry, which generates a powerful and stable passion that would last. 🔥🔥🔥
Sunwoo, Hyunjun, Eric and Sangyeon are also good matches for you. 💛
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In BTS, I ship you with V!
He is a Capricorn like Juyeon, fitting your 7th house ruler Mars. He fits you perhaps even more because his Sun is in his 1st house, the Aries house, matching the independent and confident energy that your Aries Descendant is looking for.
He also has an Aries Moon falling in your 7th house, trining your Sagittarius Moon, as both Aries and Sagittarius are fire signs, so he really seems perfect for you! He would be very caring with you. Your idea of relationships matches his emotional needs.
He also has a Sagittarius Ascendant, conjunct your Moon, so you would feel comfortable in his presence, you would relate to him. His adventurous spirit would inspire you and he would encourage you to express your Sagittarius energy, to explore.
What is really interesting is that his 7th house ruler Mercury is conjunct your 7th house ruler Mars. It also makes a sextile to your Scorpio Mercury, so communication would be very good. The conjunction between the 7th house rulers of both partners is a great indication for a harmonious relationship. What you need in long-term partnership is in alignment. In Capricorn, you both value trust and loyalty in love. It is also conjunct his Juno, the asteroid of marriage and devotion, so this would be a very committed relationship.
His Capricorn Mercury (his 7th house ruler), his Mars (which rules his Aries Moon), his Juno and his Aquarius Venus are also all in his 2nd house, matching the energy of your 2nd house Sun and Mercury.
His Saturn which rules his Capricorn planets, is in his 3rd house, matching the energy of your 3rd house Moon.
His Venus in Aquarius trines your Venus in Libra. Venus in harmonious aspect shows a great deal of affection, an easy romance. You would enjoy similar hobbies and activities. In these two air signs, you both need communication (even more true as his Descendant is in Gemini, and your Moon is in your 3rd house, the house of Gemini, of communication, another thing that would bind you), a friendly atmosphere, you would be best friends as well as lovers. His Aquarius Venus would also respect your Sagittarius Moon's need for space and freedom.
Taehyung also has his North Node and Chiron in Libra with your Venus and Ascendant. So he would be very drawn to you, as we explained the powerful effects of the North Node, there would be a fated feeling betwen you two. For him you would have a healing influence as his Chiron is there too.
Jin would be great too, RM, Jimin and Jungkook wouldn't be bad either. 💜💜💜
So here you go, I hope you enjoyed it!
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firedragonx · 4 years ago
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Action/Adventure(Fanfiction)
Promise to make this list all the way back in summer but this as longer I thought it would so splitting it into parts now.
This is from site fanfciton there will be more Action/Adventure fanfiction coming out soon but on different site like A03.
Note M-is fanfiction that is for mature audiences and if see this * this fanfiction may trigger you.
Shelter By XxWhispxX(*)
So imagine this: you go on vacation but then your parents die along most of the other adults in the world. Then vampires try to take you and bite and they almost kill you. Then a bunch of people took your sister and left because they thought you were dead. Then you wake up kill a dog and found out that you're a vampire. That's how Maisie is living her life now. Yep is a oc fic but the Maisie is interesting and it how the XxWhispxX writes the canon characters are in character. If you want to read a good oc fic then this one is for you.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12492805/1/Shelter
Poke Wars Universe By Cornova(M and  *)
In this fic, Ho-oh declared war on humans and removed pokémon dampeners. Which makes pokémon's move intensely powerful and most just go on a killing spree. If that summary didn't just give it away this is a dark fic but one more action pack then most other dark. It's like a survival game where almost everything is out to get you. This also have an expanded universe which means more fic that has different pov characters to give the world more flesh out. Be forwarn this fics blood and have character death. So you guys know what to look out for.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4480577/1/Poke_Wars_The_Subsistence
Cat'O'Nine Tails By Kaze and Kiba(M and *)
So Sakura is sent undercover to capture Itachi and any other Akatsuki she comes in contact with. Just one thing tho, she has to be disguised as a cat. If that summary didn't just clue you in this story have some comedy moments. Mostly by playing this situation as straight as it is.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/5799290/1/Cat-O-Nine-Tails
Pokemon Cold Gray By Blu Rose
So in this story, White is the daughter of Red and can understand Pokémon but after an accident left her crippling fear of Pokémon. Which is why she going on Pokémon journey to learn to get over it. This story is more about character growth and friendship. If that your kind of story then you like this one.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/6974190/1/Pokemon-Cold-Gray
Dragonfall By Storylover Vodhr
So this is a bit of a weird one. In this AU Ash is actually a Latios who brought to Delia after his birth mother was attacked by four different evil teams. One of which is original creation call Team Whirlwind who is after the species of Latias and Latios to control Rayquaza. What I like about this is not only we giving a some really worldbuilding in this au but good character development with Ash, Latias(from the movie) and Pikachu. The ocs in this fanfic is well thought out and really good characters. Check it out if you have time.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/11133153/1/Dragonfall
Of Stars and Blood Book 1: The Silver Path By JasperLizard
So this all ocs fiction with clans suffer from huge fire and have to leave for a bit in order to recover. There also problems with Shadowclan leader and deputy, Robinkit  and Smallkit are getting a visit by Dark Forest cats, and Twisttail and Stormpaw are trying their best to make it during this journey. All the ocs are wonderful and LGBT+ themes in it. Check it out if you have time.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12420977/1/Of-Stars-and-Blood-Book-1-The-Silver-Path
Kingdom Shinigami By ElementalL'Cie
Basically Hitsugaya Toshiro is a drop-in Kingdom Heart universe. This is really depends if you like Hitsugaya and Kingdom Hearts characters then you like this fic. I personally do like it for that. I like it when a serious character gets dropped into a weird world or vice versa. Make for some great interactions.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12958144/1/Kingdom-Shinigami-The-Grand-Line
The Legend of Menace By ConmanWolf
So Spyro and Cynder find this portal into an alternate universe where Spyro is evil and Cynder is the good guy. Basically it! If you like alternate universe type of crossover then this one is for you.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12723760/1/The-Legend-of-Menace
The Legend of Cynder By GoldenGriffiness(*)
In Legend Of Spyro, the Dragon temple was attacked by Dark Master and Ignitus save one egg, and others were destroyed but one that was taken. That was Cynder. In this fanfic, Ignitus save Cynder's egg, and Spyro's egg gets taken instead. Yep, Cynder takes Spyro place but the author makes it very clear that Cynder is not Spyro however. So don't think things go like canon.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/6782003/1/The-Legend-of-Cynder-A-New-Beginning
The Grizzly Game By Zestylicous(M and *)
So Sakura gets this letter from an unknown source that said, "Hey we going this cool weapon and these other people to fight each other to the death. Ok bye." Which left Sakura in very scared and confuse state to say the less and not only does she have play this game but this also around the time when chuunin exams were starting. So fun times for all. But yeah this is a dark story so if don't like violence then tay away from this one.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4717316/1/The-Grizzly-Game
What Lies Beyond the Walls series By abstow89(M and *)
Ok, so imagine Redwall was written by George R. R. Martin and more of a dark sense of humor. You get this fic. What I like about this fic that there no really good guys or bad guys just people trying to survive this awful place. You got Urthquake and his Long Patrol who hates the vermin and wants to do everything to get rid of them in Mossflower. The you got Kurwin a pirate who wants to control of Mossflower after he and his crew got a shipwreck. I should warn this fic is not for kids. Its violence and sexual situations. And not all the characters make it. You have been warned.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/11267177/1/What-Lies-Beyond-the-Walls-Book-II-Betrayal
The Power of Three Journeys By Cabbit and the Weasel
This is Naruto x Pokémon where team 7 become Pokémon trainers for different reasons. But they all come together to travel around the region to get stronger and discover more about themselves. It's a nice fic to sit down and read if you have the chance too. It has nice character development and each of team 7 gets a chance to shine! You read it if you into that sort of thing.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9090449/1/The-Power-of-Three-Journeys
Shinigami Phantom By inukagome15
Danny Phantom and his friends were attacked by Hollow and send to the Bleach world. Where they have figure out how to get home while watching out for Soul Reapers and Hollows. It's true the characters, fight scenes are good and has both dark and fun moments as well. Give it a read if have the chance.
Link: https://archiveofourown.org/works/5307215/chapters/12253124
Plegian Queen By C2ii
So in this fanfic where Validar is already dead and Robin still meets Chrom and join the shepherds. That point no one knows what's going to happen because canon already changes. Give it a read when you get the chance.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9708436/1/Plegian-Queen
Expedient By SwiftKick (*)
So Konoha and Iwa sign a truce and agree to an Exchange Program which is like student exchange. And Sakura was chosen for the Konoha side and her sensei is nothing other then Deidara. This is before team 7 and before Deidara joins Akatsuki. I can't spoilers what happens but let's say character's goals change and it happens in way that is in character. I should warn there are some dark moments and while it doesn't go into detail it still happened so keep that in mind.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/6004135/1/Expedient
New Reality By noa748(*)
Ok so this is SI and...hey don't runoff. Trust me it's a good one. First off the SI is actually is a character with flaws and she messes up. The other characters do call her out on it and she does change the plot up so it's not just the same story but with another character in it. Give it a read if it sounds like your type of fic.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4772320/1/New-Reality
Gone Batty By Lilgrimmapple
So a human name Medley was helping her friend in bat conservation with experiment. Of course things turn wrong and Medley gets to turn into a bat. And through a series of events she ends up in Tree Haven where she meets Shade. What I like is the friendship between Marina, Shade, and Medley and the other ocs were pretty good too. If you enjoy Silverwing you'll enjoy this fic.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/10590553/1/Gone-Batty
Land Before Time Retold series By Elise Lowing
Basically a human from our world gets a drop in the Land Before Time one. Surviving and friendship is the theme in this fanfic but there is a bigger plot point with the stone and predators. Can revel too much so have to read it for yourself.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9479048/1/Land-Before-Time-Retold
The Chakra Alchemist By Miss Comatose
This is a crossover between Naruto and Fullmetal Alchemist where Sakura drop-in FMA world during Ishvalan War. Deciding that using a child for this war the Amestris side. Yeah, it gets dark but Sakura made friends with Roy who has a father-daughter relationship. Which is new for FMA and Naruto. They always ship Sakura with Edward and Roy.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9171994/1/The-Chakra-Alchemist
No One Would Believe Me By onelittlespeck
This another SI but more friendship than anything. Basically Truth is bored and brought a girl Amy to FMA world. She later meet Edward and Alphonse later and they become friends snd willing to helo she gets home. The friendship is believable and there some goo world-building here too. If that sounds good give it a read.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4135721/1/No-One-Would-Believe-Me
Called Out In The Dark By Ironic-Sarcasm
This is AU where Maleficent knows ahead of time that Sora is going to become a thorn in her side in the future, so when he was a kid and she throws him into darkness. Don't worry he meets Aqua and DiZ and they help raise as they trying to survive in the land of darkness. Found families and friendship all around in this fic. Plus it gives Kairi something to do besides waiting for Sora and Riku. Give it a read when you get the chance.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/11103097/1/Called-Out-In-The-Dark
Hakumei By Pryotra
Hakumei is Naruto AU after one night Naruto, Hinata, Neji, Sasuke, Sakura, and Sai meet each one night and also watch as Danzo killed the Hokage. They decide to leave the village because they all were afraid they're be next. But they promise to get stronger and take the village back. Found family feelings are in the fic and everyone gets a chance to shine. Read it when you get the chance.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4119917/1/Hakumei
The Land Before Time: the Return of Sharptooth By Red Eyes Black Dragon Master
So remember T-rex in the first movie? Well, he back and he wants revenge. There's no holding back and the only way for Little to defect him is train by Lone Dinosaur to get stronger. It's good little fic with some good action scenes to go along with it, Give it a read when you have the chance.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4164198/1/The-Land-Before-Time-the-Return-of-Sharptooth
The Seven Hunters By The Rhombus (M and *)
Basically Littlefoot and his friends found Stone of Cold Fire and make a wish to be strong enough to beat Red Claw. Well, remember the old saying be careful what you wish for? Well, the gang besides Chomper turned sharpteeth aka Utahraptors. Many of the adults think they ate their children and chase them out. If wonder why they can't just say it was them well Littlefoot and the gang lose their ability to talk to their old language. So now they kick out of the Great Valley, their parents after them because they kill them (their sharptooth forms) kill their children, and they have a deal with the idea of eating meat. Fun times for all.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9990125/1/The-Seven-Hunters
Not Quite as Planned By cerokun
This AU Bleach fic where Ichigo as a bit slow to pull Zangetsu out as his Inner World crumbled and ends up more arrancar then a soul reaper. In change, a lot in plot and I can't explain too much because of spoilers. But it not a dark fic unlike more other fics I list here. Plus as an AU it does take chances to change the plot around which I like. Give you like this kind of fic give it a read.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/7462056/1/Not-Quite-as-Planned
Rewind By LittleMissMidnight
So this one is a bit of a weird one. It's an what if Robin didn't come back after the end of Fire Emblem Awakening. What they find is that Robin is not present but in the future. Chrom volunteers to get his wife back but incomes at a cost his memories. But Chrom decides to go along with the children and off to the future they go. What I like about romance/adventure story is how much everyone that is a couple is willing to go far for their loves one. The ending left somewhat of a bad taste in my mouth but it's good noth the less.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9297676/1/Rewind
The Daughters Trilogy By ShoutFinder
A Warrior Cats AU after the Omen of the Stars arc where Dovewing and Bamblestripes have a daughter name Skypaw. Everything was looking good until a kit came intoThunderclan to warn the three that cats of No Stars are planning their revenge. And the three are losing their powers and a new generation of cats will get new power. Of course one of the cats that get this new power is Skypaw so her apprentice because a whole lot more dangerous. It has great characters and great world-building even better than canon. Check it when you get a chance.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/8788038/1/The-Daughters-Trilogy-Daughter-of-the-Sun
Bleach: Ultimate Alien Remake By Bigby the Big Bad Wolf
So this crossover with Ben 10 and Bleach. Where Ben is in Hueco Mundo and trick into thinking the arrancars are the good guys and the Soul Society. This fic is about friendship and actions as incomes both shows. It good story and so give look.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/11296670/1/Bleach-Ultimate-Alien-Remake
A Game Comes To Equestria By Rainstone56
So this Yu-Gi-Oh crossover with My Little Pony. Weird crossover I know. After Yugi almost loses his soul in the Atlantis filler arc Pinkie Pie made wish and Yugi literally came crashing down. He is pegasus colt in this version because like most mlp crossover. And has no memory, No Cutie Mark, only his name. Both enemies and friends are looking Yugi too but how can they find him? Read to find out.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9222211/1/A-Game-Comes-To-Equestria
Of Princes and Paupers By KiwiWizard
It's kinda like the fairytale but Pokémon Manga characters and with new twists and turns. Instead of a prince being boring of the high life and switch places to a poor person to see what it's like. Instead is about a prince's family being kidnap and team up with a servant, a group of thieves, and stable boy they kidnap along the way. Yeah if this the story that sounds you enjoy then check it out.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/7729704/1/Of-Princes-and-Paupers
Just Another Night At Freddy's By DeltaV(*)
So this is a strange one. Yes, even stranger than the crossover I list so far. Five Nights At Freddy's is horror but in this world after Mike's seventh night and visiting the place during the day the animatronics realize that he not endoskeleton but human. This puts them relax state and Mike really doesn't have to worry about his night that much anymore. But everything changes when Foxy finds a way outside... Find out more by reading the first story of this series
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/10680061/1/Just-Another-Night-at-Freddy-s-Night-One-Foxy-s-Freedom
Tangled In Time By TwilightFairy928
So after the events of Twilight Princess our good old friend Ganondorf wakes from a coma and Twinrova informs him the old Link die but a new Link is born. So Ganondorf gets idea of kidnapping new baby Link because just killing him will just make new reborn. Ganondorf raise Link as his own son giving the name Siegfried Dragmire and raising him in Lake Hylia with no knowledge of the outside world. But destiny as the funny way of showing up...Read more to find out.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/7318363/1/Tangled-In-Time
Amity's Arrancar By Chash123
So this crossover between Danny Phantom and Bleach. Where Danny instead becoming a half-ghost becomes a half-Arrancar. There a lot of stuff happens which is spoilers. But the story blends lore with Danny Phantom and Bleach. Plus some original stories that interesting and fun! Check it out if have time.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/7307426/1/Amity-s-Arrancar
Where Even Time Freezes By LavaReefAct4
So in this AU survive Albert the final battle and so did Chronoforce. Using Chronoforce reverse time powers they decide to 'fix' thing aka the mess up Aile and Grey a lot. This is used why Vent is around instead of Aile and how Grey got killed. But things took a turn when Ashe almost time and because Ashe is Albert last bloodline Albert save her by taking over her body. Now Albert has fight himself! If that sounds good to you then go check it out!
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9668864/1/Where-Even-Time-Freezes
The Houseguests By Zilo Sugarpill
So this fanfiction takes the tropes what-if the characters came into the real world but it does take itself serious and funny at the same time. Kina likes anime. The story Melissa Jones along with her two siblings Ricky and Cassie. After there is a way for work for a while Melissa has to watch over her siblings while she away. But things take a turn when with Envy show up in their basement and in character tries to murder Melissa. And not to worry that so far there is no romance if you worry about that and character are in character. Check it out if a chance.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/5874851/1/The-Houseguests
Son of Aura By CG07
So in this AU Ash is actually from the past and was send in the future because there's this group for some reason were hunting people with Aura. In order to keep him safe his mom have Celebi bring him to the future where Deila adopted him. But all is not well as the group is still alive and after to kill Ash. If that sounds good to you then read when you get the chance.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/5236075/1/Son-of-Aura
Rise of the Chosen By Ainrhyr
So this fic follows Alie as she going through her adventure in ZX. It's sort of retelling the game but with a lot more character driving story, the reference to older games, and we get characters that weren't that focus in original a lot more screen time.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4209994/1/Rise_of_the_Chosen
Remember the Tides By @regiss-tides
In this Kingdom Hearts AU Xion defect Roxas in battle which results in Xion absorbed Roxas and heart. Xion runs away and later join Sora and his group. Axel is after his only friend left and Xigbar plotting something evil. This story does have hint romance but I love the friendship between Xion, Sora, Donald, and Goofy. If that sounds good story to you then give it a shot.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9580894/1/Remember-the-Tides
Dissidia Rebirth By AceArcalas
So this takes after the events of the original and 012 as this fic was made before Arcade so keep that in mind. So after the war, most of all the characters from the game settle down and have kids. The kids each have different personalities and hints that not everything is ok with them or their families. It's good read so give it a shot.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/7928417/1/Dissidia-Rebirth
The Hungry Pokemon Games By Windflicker
So it takes the plot of the Hunger Games but adds new twists and turns. Like for example, the capitol have a tribute in N and the pov character is from the 4 district instead 12.  I give it a read if that sounds good to you.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/8012435/1/The-Hungry-Pokemon-Games
Crisis on Two PokéWorlds! By PokeRescue18
Hey, want crossover fic between the manga and anime without the needless bashing of the anime because it wasn't as dark and serious as the manga even when it isn't that dark or serious. Well, this fic got you cover. So there are there these two guardians, Solaris and Lunaria who one day were attack by this guy name Odio stole this orb that holds the power of universes. They battle it out but the orbs breaks and two reality are going to crash together. So what can you do but get heroes from both universes to collect the shards before the villains do and save the worlds. If that sounds good to you then check it out.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/6608899/1/Crisis-on-Two-Pok%C3%A9Worlds
Hakumei By @pryotra
In this Naruto, AU Danzo had the Hokage killed but 6 kids saw this going down and ran away. These kids being Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura, Sai, Hinata, and Neji. They leave the village and try to survive the outside world. Despite that little summary, this is not a dark fic. It's more about found family and overthrowing a government. It's a good fic if you have time.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4119917/1/Hakumei
Legacy By Lady Mayflower
This retelling of the first three Sypro games. Trying to make sense for the plot but it doesn't take the tone and fun out of the original. There were a couple of times where laugh out loud at this fic. Check it out if you have a chance.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/7280837/1/Legacy
My Life By Berk'sWarrior
So this How To Train Your Dragon Warrior Cats AU. Which sounds like weird AU because how you going to blend those two together. Well changing the dragons into rogues and still have the fic be about friendship and Smallkit(Hiccup)trying to love from his father. If that sounds good then check it out here.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/8997114/1/My-Life
Tinyclaw By SplashHart
This what if fanfiction where instead of Tiny chasing away the dog he told them the truth and they chase him out and into Riverclan. Who welcome him with opened arms. If you think it's going to be like how Firestar was like in Thunderclan it isn't. Tiny had his own problems in Riverclan and some will shock. Plus it give Riverclan a chance to shine which if you're a fan of RIverclan will bring some joy because they haven't really gotten a moment in the newer books.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/8657366/1/Tinyclaw
RockmanEXE: Operation Black Ace By Azure Euphoria
So this crossover between Megman Starforce and Megaman EXE where after an certain event from the third Starforce game send Subaru back in time to the EXE. What I like about this one is keep the characters in character and has a lot of twists and turns that you won't see coming. Plus some good character development for some of our character including one grumpy Starforce we all know and like. Check it if want to see more of it.  
Link:  https://www.fanfiction.net/s/5994333/1/RockmanEXE-Operation-Black-Ace
Legend of Spyro: Stormfront By marsh166
So how many of you read a fanfic where the main character turns villain? I imagine you at less read one of those. This one is a bit different tho as it keeps everyone in character and it's a tragic story. So make sure you bring some tissues because no one is coming out this in one piece.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/7482435/1/Legend-of-Spyro-Stormfront
The Ash Connection By I am Lu
So this story starts off with Ash and co getting ready to go back home for Christmas. But not everything is well because some Pokémon have been attacking Ash's friends that he had throughout the years and G-Men is putting Ash and his friends under witness protection program for the time being. I mean every one of his friends. Every traveling companion and his rivals up to B & W. Everyone has a moment to shine and some really good surprises that you never it coming. Give it a look to find out more.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9103189/1/The-Ash-Connection
FateStay Night: Ultimate Master By Ten-Faced Paladin(*)
So Ben was sent to Fuyuki City because of course what happened during the last Holy Grail War and the killing has been going since then. But here arrive he was attack and accident summon an Averger type servent. Which keep in mind was made before apocrypha or grand order so keep that in mind. It makes good use of the cast of characters and have some good action scenes. Check it out when you get the chance.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/6781336/1/FateStay-Night-Ultimate-Master
Wanna Change By daydreamer1008
Another good SI in the Bleach version. Mostly because SI isn't over-power and does have a personality. Has great pacing and dialogue that actually sounds like the show. Of couse most of the characters are in character and the action scenes are good enough. Check it out when you get the chance.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/6214127/2/I-Wanna-Change
A Sound Soul and a Sound Heart By Keyblade Guardian
So in this story starts out as it could happen in Kingdom Hearts game. Heartless start to invaded and Sora is sent there to stop it. What makes it good it's the character's interactives and actions scenes. I very much see a Soul Eater world being play out like this is the games. Check it out if you have the time.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9245458/1/A-Sound-Soul-and-a-Sound-Heart
Warriors: Servers of Chaos By Songarri0125
This Sonic crossover Warriors Cats but it's more au Warriors Cats. All the Sonic characters are cats in different clans. Shadow, Sonic, Silver, and Knuckles are a part of prophecy(because of couse.) and have power. What likes how it blend the two series together and characters are use really well.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/7293595/2/Warriors-Servers-of-Chaos
The Eyes Have It By Shana the Short
So this is one does what if stories. And this what if story is about what if Sakura development a doujutsu or have one those weird bloodline eye power like Uchiha. What I like about it that it's play more realistic. Like she has no idea how to use them because she just work up and her family has no idea how to help her because it skip a couple of generations. Even her sensei can't really help so she on her own. It's a coming-of-age story with friendship and found family thing put in there. Check it out if haven't yet.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/8661803/1/The-Eyes-Have-It
Mega Man Star Force Zero By SapphireLibra3(*)
So this take place after the third game in StarForce. After finding out that the Planet FM has a weapon and sending to Earth Geo and Omega-Xis were send to stop it. That was 4 years ago and they haven't return. Almost everyone thinks he's dead but Luna who find out that weapon is coming back by Wizard name Xerox. They team up to defect new villains and save the planet. What I like most about this game that it took the elements from Zero and make it fit the StarForce universe. Even you know the Megaman Zero games there still a couple of surprises that you won't see coming. Check it out if you haven't yet.  
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/5283660/1/Mega-Man-Star-Force-Zero
The Legend Of Spyro: A New Dawn by Kendell
So after the events of the games Spyro and Cynder and now adults and they want to have a kid. Problem is that due dark side flowing in their veins they are afraid it be pass down to their child. So they decide to adopted one. Problem anew villain appear and took some of the eggs in Temple along with Spyro's and Cynder's adopted child. So Spyro, Cynder, and the new Fire Guardian to travel into the Unknown Realms and defect the queen of Nega Deadlock. It's good adventure story with twist and turns. And really good character moments and has a really good villain. Check it out if you haven't read it yet.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/6835233/1/The-Legend-Of-Spyro-A-New-Dawn
Falling into the Abyss By Chang-Tong(*)
This one is an SI for Tales of the Abyss but one where the author did it realistic. Like the SI act realistic and so do the characters around her. More in the sense of how they react to her actions. And there no romance so far in this fic so if worry about then don't be. Check it out if haven't check it give it a shot.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/5791754/1/Falling-into-the-Abyss
Night of the Shy Revamp By RavenStarfire
In this fanfiction Fluttershy is possessed by evil magic that turn Luna into Nightmare Moon and cause havoc. And yeah it can see as horror because the possessed!Fluttershy is down right cruel to her victims and enemies. To make things worse the main 6 can't use the Elements of Harmony because of Fluttershy and *spoilers* being gone. So they have find a way while Equestria defect itself. And I have to get this out here the author is no longer with us so this story doesn't have an ending but I put this on here to keep RavenStarfire's memory alive. So check it out if have the time.  
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/7562952/1/Night-of-the-Shy-Revamp
Mega Man AXL: Zero Era By VirusChris
So this is an what if story where instead of finding Zero Ciel finds Axl instead. I like how the bond between Ciel and Axl. And how different from the game and Axl character development. A lot of twist and turns and love letter to Axl fan. Give it a read if you get a chance.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4483320/1/Mega-Man-AXL-Zero-Er
Land Before Time Twilight Valley By Zarrelion
So this war fic with Land Before Time....I know it sounds weird but go with it. Stone of Cold Fire crushed landed in Great Valley and mysterious sharptooth seeks it out and willing to spill blood over it. The children of the show grow up and willing to fight. The fight scenes are amazing in this fic and it deal brutal actions of war. As well as mental damage that war cause. Check it out when you get a chance.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4044080/1/Land-Before-Time-Twilight-Valley
Jak and Daxter Living in Sin By EcoSeeker247
This is about oc from our world coming Jak and Daxter world. Paige get a job working in the labs where Jak was experiment on after being arrest. What I like about this series is that there is no romance for Paige but her struggles on mortal compress and actually good friendship with Jak. I know in the in summary it looks like Paige has a villain redemption but Paige isn't a villain. She more someone who made a mistake. A mistake she needs to own up too but an mistake non the less. Which I like. While I do like villain redemption stories most of the time they are not well thought out. Even on 'professor' writer can't really write good. So this is better then what we be getting.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/6791869/1/Jak-and-Daxter-Living-in-Sin
The Legend of Crystal New Beginnings By SnickerToodles
It's a retelling of Legend Of Spyro but what if Sypro had a twin sister. It expands on the world and add in a couple of twists and turns. Crystal herself is good character as well. She loud and more headstrong then her brother and balance both Spyro and Cynder as well. Check it out if haven't already.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/6366414/1/The-Legend-of-Crystal-New-Beginnings
Fire and Shadow By Rowanoak23
I did a review of this fic a while ago. But is what-if story where Firestar join Shadowclan instead Thunderclan. It makes good use for the cast of characters in this fic and have good understand of the world of Warriors that you can see the author did do their research. I would go into more detail but I already did a review so check it out for more informtion or read the story.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4992672/1/Fire-and-Shadow
Broken Bow By Xed Alpha(*)
So this Percy Jackson fanfic about Armani Dove, son of Artemis. Unlike most this well made and oc is well done. If like comedy of the books then you like this. Nothing more to say but check it out if haven't yet.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/5673899/1/Broken-Bow
Soul's Fantasy By Grimdivide
So because of Aizen causing the resurrection of the God of Discord and so Warriors of Cosmos have to stop him and Espada. Some of new and old characters from the Final Fantasy characters. Bleach characters are used really good too both the villains and heroes. Check it out if sounds good to you.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/5481758/1/Soul-s-Fantasy
Twist in Time By Alisa180
Can this count as a crossover when if it is from the same series but different time lines? Anyway due to some time travel shenanigans our favorite villains from the ZX timeline started causing trouble and what should happen but ZX travel back into the X timeline to stop them. The author know about the in and out Megaman universe as well as the characters. It has good twist and turns. Check it out when you get a chance.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/3832375/1/Twist-in-Time
Fate Dissidia by Echo the Ethereal Swordmaster
Not an crossover really more like Dissidia characters in Fate/Stay Night setting. The plot is this Cosmos notice that the Crystals and Planet Earth are in danger. So, she  sent her warriors to Earth to find their masters, find and protect the  crystals, and save Earth from Chaos and his warriors. The cast ismostly ocs at least are interesting to say the less and characters are written as in character. I more surprise don't use this idea more offen really. Check it out if haven't already.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4741236/1/Fate-Dissidia
The Switch Glitch By Zilo Sugarpill
Another oc from our world go in FMA world. The first anime one bot Brotherhood one. This takes kinda realistic and the there so many twist and turns that you wouldn't see coming. It's action and comedy that did have me laugh at certain moments. Check it out if want too.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/3791056/1/The-Switch-Glitch
Generations Collide By Crono Candescence
Basically Dr. Wally is at it again and build a new weapon for Bass to use. But during fight and travel forward in time and meet X. Yep in this fanfiction Megaman go forward in time and start meeting other characters from other Megaman games. It play just how I'll picture these characters meeting and add some insight on other stuff that games barley touch on Check it out if haven't already.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/4369795/1/Generations-Collide
SECRET OF THE CURSED MASK By Kim Dreamcatcher
So this takes plot of that but with Avatar gang oh and Zuko there too. The author knows about that characters and how to use them correctly. And to make things the character act like how I picture them like actually meet each. And it keeps the tone from both series which adventure with some comedy. Check it out if you haven't already.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/2501876/1/SECRET-OF-THE-CURSED-MASK  
Balto Future Shock By Kendell
So this Balto with some elements from Watchers but not really. Like you read this without any knowledge of Watchers and you follow it just find. The story begins at the present day with husky name Tina escape from military base, a genetically engineered Super Soldier named the Outsider chasing her. Turns out the Outsider is to replace human troops in the war on terror, but it turned on its creators and escaped, and being telepathically linked to Tina. So it wants to kill her.However, right as it catches Tina in Central Park, a lightning bolt strikes its extending metal claws, sending both back in time. To where Balto is and Tina is happy because she gets to hang out with idol but Outsider is still out there. Check out it if that sounds up your alley.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/3937457/1/Balto_Future_Shock
Lost in Time Found By War By lunateix
So Bass once again attack Megaman but Roll herself step between them and were send forward through time by Wily new weapon. This was during Zero timeline during when Weil working with copy X. This story have a lot of twist and turns, great character moments and development, and there are some lore /background that if you know you get but if you don't then you can still follow it. Give it a chance when have time to read it.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/3278280/1/Lost-in-Time-Found-By-War
Bonds By Sol Hiryu
So used Netto accident used Full Synchro with the human hating Forte. So being force to work together in order to stay alive environment while Rock is looking to get Nettoback. It enemies-to-friends fic that I think we should bring back. Yes enemies-to-lovers are good. I like well done fic of that. But I let's bring some good enemies-to-friends fic too. Check it out if haven't already.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/2505790/1/Bonds
A Sharptooth's Heart By Sora W.T.K
So this one of the fiction that ask the question what will happen if sharptooth dinosaur that adopted into Land Before Time.(This was before second movie.) It cute and little story that have good characters moments and world building that isn't boring! Check it out if haven't already.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/1583842/1/A-Sharptooth-s-Heart
Price By DarqueDeath4444(*)
This AU where Ochako because a villain to get money for her parents and work with Wolfram(The villain from the first movie.) It'd villain fic that play out well that's not about Deku(I still like those fics don't get wrong) and has good understanding of the characters and good development for them so far. Check it out if haven't already.  
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13594903/1/Price
Pokemon Reset Bloodlines By Crossoverpairinglover(Rated: M and  *)
So some time during the XY anime Cyrus dismantling the universe to create his world without spirit so Arceus send Ash back in time to stop him. But few things change for example: Ashi is 15, kept in contact with Serena, and most important of all he's bloodliner. People with Pokémon-related abilities. This fic was inspired by another fic call Ash but it has a lot of different to make it is own fic. Those reason I listed above and in the fanfic. If you like X-Men you would like this fic because bloodliner are like Mutants in that people hate them for being different. It does have a lot of dark and serious moments so I can't say everyone should read it but it's not as dark as say like the Dark Knight or something like that. Check it out to see it for yourself.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9939848/1/Pokemon-Reset-Bloodlines
Lightning and Death Itself By Cke1st(*)
So in this AU Night Fury have this power to transform humans into other Night Fury.
So when Hiccup and Astrid when to ride Toothless he used this power to tranform the both of them into Night Fury and now they need to adjust to their new lives. The auother does a good job with the characters and world building. It used to this twist of Hiccup and Astrid and has effect their family really well too and as well as how the tribe and the world at large held this. Check it out out if haven't.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9343058/1/Lightning-and-Death-Itself
Loyalty By True Radical Dreamer
So in this AU Sakura was in the wrong place and the wrong time and it's force to work with Kabuto. It about spying, loyal, and war. And this fic dosen't shy away from the horrors of war so if you don't like that stuff then please check away. What I like about this fic is also the characters development that Sakura and the others go through as well and plot twist and turns. If that at all sounds good to you then check out this fic.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/5316196/1/Loyalty
Earthborne By Mixed Valence
So this SI where the character is in Fire Emblem Fates and after bond with Nohr family has to make a choice to the upcoming war. What I like about this fic is the worldbuliding as it flash out more about this world. Another thing is the grey mortal that is done well in this fics then most other fic. Because the usually  play Nohr's action while just making just racist. Which come with a whole lot of problems and one them is you just make the game look even better at that part and I don't know how you imagine that. Plus some really good character development and twist and turn that you might see coming. Check it out if haven't already.
Link:  https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12213521/1/Earthborne
Kingdom Hearts: The Winter War By colossalblackening
This is crossover between Bleach and Kingdom Hearts after the events of KH3  Sora wakes up in Hueco Mundo with no memories. Because of that Aizen trick Sora into joining the attack the Soul Society. What I like about this fic is the spot on characterized in this fic and well as really well done action scenes. Throw in some really good characters developments and you have a really good crossover story. Check it out if you haven't already.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/12500644/1/Kingdom-Hearts-The-Winter-War
Firelight By Riverstyxx
So this is an story a dragon named Charla who was save from the raid by an ape and raise by Jayce. But due to the even that in the fic they have separated and Charla needs to find him. By traveling through a war torn world and making friends and enemies along the way. What I like about it is that this is a story that does take place during the game but in a different pov so it makes the world flesh out a bit more. And the characters are all interesting and thought out. I like Charla, Jayce, and Silverback they all so good. Check it out if you haven't already.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/8259545/1/Firelight
Friendly Foreign Dimensional Exchange Student Spiderman! By Zaru
So this crossover between the MCU Spiderman and bnha. Where after Infinity part 1 where Spiderman turn to dust ends up in bnha's world. After getting into getting some shenanigans he gets into U.A to become a hero. What I like about this story it takes mental problems serious and the characters are use nicly. Check it out if haven't yet.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13187854/1/Friendly-Foreign-Dimensional-Exchange-Student-Spiderman
All the Pieces Lie Where the Fell By forevermagik13
So this take place before Dream, Drop, Distance was out so keep that in mind in this fic. So this is forevermagik13's version of KH3 where Sora, Riku, and Kairi go looking for the missing light instead. What I like about this fanfic for the most part I can see some of the stuff happening in universe and characters have some stand out moments. Check it out if haven't already.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/6772185/1/All-the-Pieces-Lie-Where-they-Fell
Burning Thunder By TheDogzLife
So this next gen fic where N's and White's son goes off on his Pokemon adventure. The ocs are well thought out and canon character written in character. I imagine this is how most of the characters would end up when they are older. Plus there so many good mystery in this fic and have to see for yourself. Check it out if you haven't already.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9415859/1/Burning-Thunder
The Tide series By Regiss
So this is a what-if story where Xion won the battle Roxas. Xion won and killed Roxas and to make things worse Organization 13 are after her and DiZ woke Sora with only half of power because Roxas didn't fuse with Sora. As you can see this story have a lot of twists and turns. All the character are used instead of shove a side like in the main games. It's one of my favorite KH series so check it out if you haven't already.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9580894/1/Remember-the-Tides
Dark Legacy series By Dardarax(M)(*)
So the Dark Legacy fic is next gen about a albino dragon, named Lyrith who goes to Temple Academy where dragons learn about fight, the world around them, etc. The problem is that as albino Lyrith has no power and while accepting some of the people around are dislike for being an albino. Lyrith is not the only chatacter that has an arc in this story and ocs cast is pretty good in my option. It also has good world-building without going away from the main story. Check it out but it does get dark at time so be careful.
Link: https://www.fanfiction.net/s/6406803/1/Dark-Legacy
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UFO SIGHTING. Oct 21st, 2018, around 9pm cst. Houston, TX.
Uploaded without edit. Multiple witnesses, multiple devices recording. Detailed observation. 
Please #like and #share! 
Went outside for a smoke. Saw it and thought it was lightning. Sat back for the show, the night air was cool snd sweet, and I was having a good day. 
But it didn't act like lightning and after five or ten minutes, I dragged my stepdad out of bed to see it. He saw it too. 
After a few more minutes of signaling the strange lights with various lights and flashes, he ran to get a camera. Long story short, no batteries. So he started using his phone. 
Once I felt we had a good amount of footage on his phone saved, I ran for my phone (Samsung S9+), it had a superior camera. 
But it's still grainy af. That's a little disappointing. The cameras at least picked up the flashing lights and my voice narration. The film cuts out because my camera spontaneously shut down. My fingers could have slipped, I was shaking like a leaf and you can hear how freaked out I am. 
The camera shut off on its own when I was at an awesome angle. It was overhead maybe a mile up, 300 yards long, moving in a slow triangle pattern and flashing. The camera picked up a strange pulsating aura of colors my eyes couldn't pick up. 
It responded to a halogen torch when I flashed back. It communicated. Footage lost. 
This is just 5 minutes from a 30 minute encounter 
I panicked and ran inside to make sure the video was saved. It was! I immediately uploaded it to YouTube and posted a link on my Facebook page. 
We went back outside to find it. It was hiding from spotlights. We flashed at it again then it pulsed and as the spotlights zeroed in, it flew off at high speeds quieter than a whisper. 
 Ps. I apologized to my stepdad for snapping. I was really freaked out. They are #real. We aren't alone. 
 PS. Most "evidence" of the paranormal can possibly be explained as works of human ingenuity. Psuedoscience taken from spooky reality TV "gonzo" "documentaries." Some guys in a suit waving props. Entertainment, fun, interesting, but dubious. 
 I've studied #Ufology seriously since, 1985. I've snuck into ruins under threat of arrest. I've been inside real paranormal houses. I've encountered visitors before. 
They are strange in appearance. Smaller. Beautiful minds. The Jungian shadow/archetype can trigger flight or fight response. A first contact is a living nightmare. The trauma induced by facing the uncanny valley in so startling clarity. In reality, it rarely goes well. Imagine trying to sooth an 800 lb gorilla that has entered crisis mode. Not fun for anyone. 
Call me crazy. Call me a fraud. I saw what I saw. Remember Clark's* 3rd law. 
And always maintain a healthy #skepticism. Always explore in service to #knowledge. It's quite the dichotomy. But that is being a diligent #investigator of the #paranormal and (lay) scholar of #folklore and the #occult. 
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batslime · 7 years ago
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So on Circus of the Dead ( now that I’ve actually watched it )
Content warnings ahoy for lowly-to-moderately detailed discussions of acts including rape, torture, murder, cheating, ableism, reproductive violence, cannibalism, necrophillia, and general violence. That’s right, all that in more in one clown movie! Also pretty long.
 I've talked about this briefly but as a sake of an example, even if he tortures them Pennywise isn't genuinely "evil"..... it literally exists to consume, it was created that way, it's not BETTER but humans are like day-old ants to this timelessly old entity. I don't know if I can really even find the focus on preying on mostly children since it's easier prey for it, and in nature, the young aren't spared. Because Pennywise ISN'T human, it's a primal beast that far PREDATES humanity. It only tortures them because it says it makes them taste better, and it feeds off their fears, not their bodies. It doesn't kill just to kill, and I'm kind of even on the fence about being able to call it malice. IT isn't good but I still wouldn't consider IT evil. This stuff is genuinely just its nature.
 Papa Corn from Circus of the dead is what an EVIL character is. Papa Corn kidnaps, rapes, physiologically and physically tortures people before murdering them, sodomizing their corpses, and mutilating them, or letting one of his other clown goons eat it. And he does it all gleefully, he LITERALLY gets off when meditating it, he jokes it off because he doesn't even see it as more than a day's work ( "What are you gonna DO to her?" "I'm gonna do what I always do. I'm gonna rape her, I'm gonna slit her throat, I'm gonna feed whats left to my clowns." He starts this reply out shrugging, and uses a tone talking about his plans for the day going on a walk or mowing the lawn ). 
 One thing early in the film that fades in comparison to all this but that still sticks out to me is when Don, the main character who's held hostage by Papa Corn and the clowns at the expense of his family, is backstage with them after having his seat drawn for a prize. He doesn't actually suspect anything is wrong yet, but Papa Corn already slipped in a chipper "I'm going to kill your ENTIRE family!" that the clown brushed off as a mishearing, and is putting off creepy vibes. So in his discomfort Don makes a short joke about one of the other clowns played by a little person. Papa Corn goes off on a little passive-aggressive rant at this, using language not only that would be considered "politically correct" but actual medical terms. "Ah! I see, you've made a JOKE at my coworker's expense based on the fact that he's OTHERED from you! Well, I will INFORM you that Mr. Jumbo suffers from a genetic hormonal deficiency called DWARFISM. However, his sense of humor is quite intact, so I'm sure he'll still be able to appreciate the joke." That's heavily paraphrased, but what he says here is undeniably recognizing and chastising Don for mocking somebody's disability and going to the length of teaching him about it. This is even what I'd call a very good way to point out bigotry in a way to not start a scene, had it been in earnest- because Papa's next line after Don apologizes and tells him shamefully he didn't consider how disrespectful it would be Papa says "But he's a dwarf, so who gives a flying fuck what he thinks." And then forces out a very theatrical guffaw straight into Don's face.
 Again, that bit is insignificant to all the shit that comes later in the movie ( and even some scenes beforehand ) that this character isn't "craaaaazy" or just saying and doing whatever, he's FULLY aware of right and wrong even to an extent a lot of people in our society aren't; the thing is he really DOESN'T care and really DOES find dehumanization and faking people out, misleading them to think they're safe or he's not evil, funny.
 This is kind of solidified again in a pretty early scene where he's broken into Don's house and caught his wife, Tiffany. Tiffany is screaming "let me go! I wanna go!", and Papa Corn actually puts on this calmed down facade and the panicky music stops, in a now very average tone, "Oh. You wanna go?" "Y-yeah, let me go!" "Oh. You want to go. Well, I'm feeling generous today." He actually SHOOS Tiffany away, doing so again when she glances back several times in disbelief, before abruptly screaming and running after her again. He then laughs as he waves his crotch around in her face, sticks his gloved fingers up HERS to scold her on her cheating, then slicing her neck open in the following scene. This really solidifies two things: 1, Papa Corn really does just fucking love giving his victims a tiiiny bit of hope then just yanking it away from them, and 2, the writer is SOMEHOW aware of some horror tropes and manages to challenge them in a genuinely funny way, just to be totally unconscious of all the others he shoves into the rest of the movie. 
 And what makes this a BAD character ( not a bad person, he's already that and more ) is that despite practically BOASTING all this, when his hostage who he's forced into a night of watching him do all this shoots him at the first chance when the two are finally alone and Papa Corn is about to violate another random teenage girl who got dragged into this shit at the blink of an eye, Papa Corn pulls this "you're just like me" bullshit that I hate sooo much.
 "Don. You shot me. Were you just going to leave me here to die? You tried to kill me... I'm so proud of you." Nothing makes a villain I hate more, and not in a good way, than being untouchable. I hate that he's written to still be smug and have the upper hand even after taking bullets through the chest ( and somehow lives, presumably without going to the hospital? To my further infuriation ), I hate when villains who are so PROUD of their villainy until somebody finally raises a hand against them try to use the "but I'm not that bad, because you are too". T's SO lazy, it's SO out of character, specifically for this guy who laughs in people's faces as he skins their face or watches his goons gut a pregnant woman or fuck a guy's wife's mutilated head in front of him while he talks about how she'd been cheating on him.
 Papa Corn is a villain who's a prime example of a horrible, irredeemable, inhumanly EVIL person, who does what he wants not just with no regard to others, but to revel on their agony on every level he can possibly inflict. It's far, far overdone and this makes the film cheesy and almost even LAUGHABLE despite all the awful content, but this is what makes him a good VILLAIN- somebody who IS evil, not just really doing what they were made to. 
 And then he defends himself as "not that bad, because who isn't?", which shows total incompetence on the writer's part, and that that entire concept of what's actually evil about his character has gone totally over the guy's head, that it really is just all shit that he wanted to film people doing.
 It's not the low budget, poor sound and picture quality, the admittedly ( slightly ) better than expected writing, and mostly amateur cast that makes Circus of the Dead a bad film, to me, it's all that shit. It's that all in all the "psych challenging message" here that it tries to play is that even people who admit they're evil and have fun doing it aren't ACTUALLY evil because everyday average people who do good and bad as part of their life do bad things sometimes too, but they're still going to suffer at the hands of the evil-not-evil characters BECAUSE of their wrongdoings.
 All in all, after everything I've heard about Circus of the Dead, it didn't really challenge the low expectations I had for it, nor did it challenge all the bad horror/ "mindfuck" genre tropes it set itself up for. It feels like a chore to watch with little to no reward ( Don and his whole family DO all end up dead, and the whole clown gang gets away more or less unharmed. A 2nd one is confirmed to already be written but I really hope for at least the sake of realistic forces at least one of the clowns are killed in the next one ). If I do have anything to praise, it's definitely Papa Corn's snd Pepe the mime's designs, I really do love them and it makes up for the other clowns being ass ugly and tacky. Quite a few of Papa Corn's lines really did make me laugh too, when he's not the filthy example of the lowest form of shat you can still call a man, and even admittedly when he's killing actual assholes, he is pretty funny in his total indiscreetness. 
As a sidenote though, genuinely, HUGE props to Bill Oberst Jr. for his sensational portrayal of this role. I've read a lot of reviews before seeing the film describing him as having a "switch" needed for playing Papa Corn's fickle and unpredictable sense of calm before the storm, and I agreed even just seeing the trailers, but there are some parts of the film it really feels so RAW and it kind of yanks you around in a sense. I've seen interviews with him and he's such a down to earth, proudly and happily religious guy with so much obvious humility and sense of bettering himself, it's kind of awe-striking hearing him talk about how he looked through the script and said "I NEED to play this". He's a phenomenal actor and even if not necessarily for this film I hope recognition for him skyrockets.
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obwcmp · 6 years ago
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First Year Done
2018 is pretty much done! As is my first year of CMP. It’s crazy to think that there’s only two years left... I’ll be sure to make the most of them! With this post i’ll be going through the final stretch at the end of semester 2, and looking at a bunch of photos i found recently which date back to April this year. In my previous post I said i’d hopefully post something after the 25th. Well... here we are a month and a half later. On to it!
As of writing this intro on the 16th of December it’s somewhat of a blur as to what happened in the last couple weeks of the semester. After my Folly Foley post a bunch of things changed in rapid succession. I got week long extensions for VFX and 3D Modelling, and Sound as I was running out of time and nothing was done. That week (week 12) I attended fewer classes than I had for the duration of the semester. Taylor had his week 12 set out in such a way that it was possible to skip on of his lectures which was a huge help. That Friday (19th of October) I felt somewhat down as it would’ve been great to have pretty much everything done by then, but I kept trudging on. 
In the days leading up to our group’s transmedia pitch I mostly worked on my other stuff but made sure to stay in contact with Paris and Hunter. We had a final meeting not long before the pitch, either in week 12 or 13, and settled on what we were going to do and then left it until the day of the pitch. They both wanted to use a script to be sure everything would fit in, but at the time I was against the idea almost entirely. In retrospect it wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be, and they both did a fantastic job. All in all our pitch went super well, Kevin loved the ideas presented, provided good feedback (as usual), and we managed to score an A+. What a relief! 
I seem to remember that i finished SND at some point earlier than VFX or 3DM but i could be remembering that wrong. In fact as I type this I can remember standing in 1D12 alone in the dark playing through our movie soundtrack over the projector and loud speakers to make sure our levels weren’t fucked on the night before I was due to hand it in. In retrospect, my time management was completely fucked! But I got it to a point where I was satisfied with everything in the ProTools project. I cleaned it up, prepared a package, and had it on a USB ready for 11AM on Friday the 26th. I met up with Mereana and Paris, and we headed in to a mixing booth with Neil. He actually really liked it! Another massive relief. There were a couple of details we had put in that no other group had which made us feel good. There were some sounds which we just completely ran out of time to record, but I managed to keep all the sounds we used originating from our own recordings. Some of them sounded strange, but some worked really well and it was satisfying to listen through the completed product. I wrote up a big document with details on all the sounds the night before, and Neil responded to that later with fantastic feedback (as always) and suggested things we could do to improve it. The same thing happened with the Formative assessment, where he even created a new ProTools session with a little tweak he made to one of our sounds. He’s a fantastic teacher. Mereana and Paris were also the best teammates I could’ve had. I failed to show up to so many recording sessions and meetings (for Transmedia too) and they still persisted with me which was really cool of them. They were also great when it came to talking to Neil during our presentation, they made it easy which was the best. Same goes for Hunter and Paris again with Transmedia too. 
After the pitch and sound presentation, it was time to move on to completing VFX and 3D Modelling. I took a short break, then headed over to K3 and set up camp. As expected, K3 was busy as fuck! Many people were in there finishing their stuff, and it wasn’t just first years but some second and third years as well. I remember starting with VFX. It was the one I was finding the hardest at the time as the assessment was so vague, and as a result I hadn’t properly started something which was worthwhile. After a bunch of different prototypes I came up with the idea to create a similar effect to a move by Katara in ATLA where she stops the rain in it’s tracks, creating a dome of water, turning it into sharp ice shards and sending it careening towards a target. I didn’t get quite that far with it, but I ended up creating an interesting effect where a fractured object explodes, the pieces fly into the air but are stopped in their tracks, and then are thrown into the ground. Looking back, it would’ve been fun to expand on with some animation and cinematography but there was no way I could’ve done it all in one day of course! 
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By the time I was ready to render I was actually running out of time. To my knowledge K3 closed at 1am so I started creating a manual render farm out of the now empty computers there. I set up 4 computers all running Arnold renders at once doing different portions of the video. It was awesome! To figure out a networked render was the dream but I had no time to figure it out at that moment. I managed to get down to 100 frames left before 11pm when the awesome security guy came along and politely told us that the labs actually close at 11pm and that we really should clear off before then. I stopped my renders just before 11pm, packed all my shit, and cleared off. I was sorta bummed but I wanted to keep going and get this sucker done otherwise it’d get in late. I set up my laptop that I’m writing this on in the coldest part of my room in such a way that allowed for plenty of airflow, and just let it whirr on while I fell asleep. 
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By this point I had actually finished 3D Modelling, I ended up creating a hand painted, slightly low poly Toad from the Mario Bros. series. Unlike VFX, I had been working on this model previously so it was mostly creating maps, painting, and rendering while I simultaneously worked on VFX. We were using Quixel to paint and man that program is a pain in the arse! I used to be a staunch defender of it in light of Substance Painter but man at this point I’d go over to Substance any day, Ddo really got on my wick. I managed to complete it and hand it in on time, unlike VFX which I ended up handing in the next day. 
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08:55MON22OCT2018: Work on Toad begins...
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15:56FRI26OCT2018: The joys of xNormal’s 3D viewer
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17:29FRI26OCT2018: The painting is done!
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17:38FRI26OCT2018: Sadness from across the room
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18:59FRI26OCT2018: A new legend is born from the mind of Marie...
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It’s Toadd Howard!!!
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Oh shit!!
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20:12FRI26OCT2018: Rendering in progress
The last thing I did was write up my individual report for Transmedia on the 27th and... that’s it! First year was done. It felt strange at the time and for at least a month afterwards too. I felt completely devoid of purpose, for a while when hunting for holiday work I felt the same way. I was still hanging out with friends which was what saved me from feeling any worse than I already was. It took me a long while to figure this all out too, it was the end of November when I realised that I have a need to create things constantly otherwise I feel like garbage! I also had the daunting task of moving out the cube ahead of me after all of my uni work was done. I managed to land my new place on the 12th of November and moved in at the end of that week on the 18th. 
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Always interesting to see just how much garbage accumulates over the course of a single year.
At some point around the 22nd or 23rd I went and hung about Hayden’s room at the Cube for an entire weekend. We ate junk food for 4 days straight and just sat around doing fucking nothing but playing games and watching shows. It was kinda fun to begin with but it was what finally made me realise that to get myself out of my slump I was in I just had to create and do something. Anything! So I hauled arse out of there and started to make some changes. I stopped looking at social media. It sounds so obvious typing it out but MAN it took a lot of time out of my day. YouTube especially had the potential to scoop hours out of my day. YouTube, Reddit, Twitter, Tumblr, Facebook, and Instagram were all huge time sinks which I removed from my daily schedule. Of course this filled my day with... nothing. Around this time I was lucky enough to come across Lisa Kogawa’s Time Management Stuff when my friend Lauren reblogged it. I decided to use her method to fill my day with a bunch of projects which would keep me creatively busy over the holiday period. 
I went on a spur of the moment trip of Auckland for a week to relax and help me recoup, then as soon as I got back I was into cleaning my Cube apartment. I still hadn’t cleaned anything despite moving all of my shit out and the lease ended on the 8th of December. So both the 7th and the 8th were busy days for me but I got it done in the end, I had held on to my room until the very end and it was sad to see it go. I had many good times there and it was the perfect introduction to Wellington, student life, and university as a whole. 
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See you 2F ...
That pretty much brings us to the present, but there are a bunch of photos and videos i found on my phone which I wanted to share here.
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10MAY: Digital Video Production in semester 1! My room briefly turned into a studio for our summative assessment. So many people ended up using the Cube for their DVP projects in semester 1 and to an extent those who took Film on Location in semester 2 continued to.
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STUURRRRTTT for Computer Animation in semester 1! For context:
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24JUN: One of many great views from the windows of 2F
In the process of uploading these photos and videos I actually found out there’s a ton of photos that predate April! It’s probably too many for this one post though, this is long enough! I’ll be waiting until Stream is updated with all of its new course pages to get writing on the impressions and anticipations post for semester one of year two, 2019!
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becauseiamnotanelephant · 7 years ago
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Day 21: Swimming, old friends, good music, and tasty food
Mornings with two kids, a dad who is up early helping get ready and making coffee,  and a mom who is on maternity leave yields a very different morning routine than I'm accustomed to.  But my to-do list is so stress-free here that I don't mind at all the variation and slower pace in which things happen. Breakfast, playing, negotiations, getting dressed, deciding biking or scootering to school, which shoes to wear - a lot happens before 8:30 am. After the school stop off, Khuema walked me over to their friend's house so I could pick up her bike and borrow it this weekend. England countryside is green and lush but I never expected to see a garden in London growing apples, herbs, nasturtium, bay leaves, chili peppers and more. It was impressive.
With a bike in my hands for tomorrow, I was off to start my day. The first stop was the Olympic park for a swim at the Olympic swim center. The competition pool is massive and although I doubted how cool it would be to swim here, it was pretty awesome. My public pools have all been kicked down a notch. And even the locker rooms were an experience. Raise your hand if you've ever been to a locker room that isn't separated by gender. This, along with the lack of waivers to sign, were clear indication that I'm not in Kansas anymore. The locker rooms are for everyone, and there are just small cubbies for changing. It's kind of cool, actually.
With a decent swim under my belt, I navigated on two trains and in a new neighborhood to meet Ewan for lunch. Thanks to meeting Andrea during freshman year at Berkeley, her marrying Khuzema, him knowing Jack, who planned a bike trip in 2012 from London to Barcelona, Andrea and Khuzema thinking to invite me on the ride, me coming, I got to meet Ewan, along with all Neil, Tom, Franck, Anthony, Jack, and the brothers Dent, forming the original badass crew that navigated across the continent before the time that garmins were really a thing, and sustaining on the strict diet of tuna sandwiches, peanuts, bananas, and sarcasm by our esteemed driver who is going to kill me because at this moment I can only remember his husband's name, Craig.
Anyway, while we were a fun group, only some of us returned for the second epic trip to Florence, during which Khuzema, Ewan, Tom, Neil, and I spent most of our riding and eating hours together and formed some solid friendships. So when I come to London, I try to see who I can see. This time around, things were more complicated, so I ended up just meeting Ewan for lunch, but it's always a pleasure spending time with him and catching up. It's hard to think of better company.
After a lovely lunch and motivational words to stop checking email and just delete all emails that I get during my sabbatical, I was off to the Victoria and Albert museum, one that I enjoy for its structure and contents.
Todays goal was to check out the Pink Floyd exhibit. By no means am I a die hard fan, but I thoroughly enjoy their most famous albums, used to listen to them on my walkman on my front porch during summer thunderstorms, and watched The Wizard of Oz while playing the Dark Side of the Moon, so that's not bad. The early days of the band were unknown to me, so that part of the exhibit was interesting. Like, in 1971, they had an anti-woodstock concert in the roman ruins in Pompei, playing for an empty amphitheater, and in the same year played at SUNY Stonybrook. I'm not sure whats more surprising about that concert line up.
Once we got into the three most popular albums, thats when it got really good.
Dark Side was obviously what transformed them into a popular band, and thats largely attributed to their collaboration on that album, which was about everyday problems of modern life. The best part about the feature on this album however was that above and beyond the band's collaboration, each member of the band was like an innovator in their respective areas. Musical lyrics are less important to me, but how Waters decided what to include as subjects for each of the songs, was interesting. The way the music was developed was more so. The way they experimented with synthesizers, playback, special guitar amps, using piano chords inspired by Miles Davis...so much cool stuff going on behind the scenes that you don't realize as you listen to the album.
And then on top of that, there was the whole performance aspect of their music. The graphic design of their covers, which were innovative for their time, the screens playing videos, which they apparently incorporated into their live shows since nearly the start of the band, and the detail and choreography that went into the lighting and special effects at the live shows. One guy spent much of his time experimenting with smoke machines, understood all the science behind how the lights worked, snd ended up having eight people doing special effects, effectively his own little band to conduct.
It was a great exhibit, and ended in a large room with music and videos playing. In a room of 100 people, I'm the only one singing along to Comfortably Numb. Riddle me that.
I met up with Andrea and Khuzema and the kids for dinner at a tasty italian place, where it turns out the owner is from Bari and gave me a list of all the places I should go when I'm in Puglia. He left Bari off that list...suspiciously.  
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